Tazarotene

Tazarotene comes in the form of a topical cream and is used to treat acne in adults and adolescents who are at least 12 years of age. Tazarotene is also used to treat plaque psoriasis symptoms, such as raised, silvery flaking of the skin, in adults. It works by helping skin to renew itself more quickly and may improve the appearance and texture of skin. Common side effects may include dry, scaly skin, skin redness, itching or other irritation of treated skin.

• Arazlo
• Fabior
• Tazorac

• 8-Mop
• Acitretin
• Amevive
• Ammoniated Mercury
• Anthralin
• Bimzelx
• Calcipotriene
• Calcitrene
• Calcitriol
• Calsodore
• Cosentyx
• Cosentyx (300 MG Dose)
• Cosentyx Sensoready (300 MG)
• Cosentyx Sensoready Pen
• Cosentyx UnoReady
• Diooxia
• Dovonex
• Dritho-Creme HP
• Dritho-Scalp
• Ilumya
• Methoxsalen Rapid
• NuDermRxPAK 120
• NuDermRxPAK 60
• Oxsoralen Ultra
• Siliq
• Skyrizi
• Skyrizi (150 MG Dose)
• Skyrizi Pen
• Soriatane
• Sorilux
• Sotyktu
• Spevigo
• Stelara
• Taltz
• Tazarotene
• Tazorac
• Tremfya
• Trionex
• Vectical
• Vtama
• Zithranol
• Zithranol-RR
• Zoryve

• Lotion
• Cream
• Foam
• Gel/Jelly

• On the skin

Missed dose: If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip it and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not use more medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze the Fabior„¢ foam. Do not spray or use it near heat, open flame, or while you smoke. Do not puncture, break, or burn the can.

Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor.

You may need to use this medicine for several weeks or months before your skin starts to look better. Applying extra medicine will not make it work faster.

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. This medicine is usually applied in the evening or at bedtime.

Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Wash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine, unless you are treating skin areas on your hands. Wash off any medicine that gets on skin areas that do not need to be treated.

To treat acne: Gently wash and dry your face. Apply a thin layer of medicine to cover all of the skin where the acne usually occurs.

To treat psoriasis: Make sure your skin is completely dry before you apply the medicine. Apply a thin layer only to the affected area. Rub it in gently. If you use any kind of lotion or cream on your skin, apply it at least 1 hour before you apply this medicine.

If you are using Fabior„¢ foam, dispense a small amount of foam into your palm. Apply only enough foam to lightly cover the affected areas of the face and upper body. Gently rub it until the foam disappears. Avoid fire, flame, or smoking during and right after you apply the foam.

This medicine is for use only on the skin. Do not get it into your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you do, rinse the area right away with plenty of water. If you are using this medicine on your hands, be careful to not touch your eyes after you apply this medicine. Do not use on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, sunburn, or an itchy, scaly, red rash.

To use the Avage® cream: Gently wash your face with mild soap. Remove any makeup before applying the cream to the face. Rinse and pat your skin dry. Apply a pea-sized amount to lightly cover your face, including the eyelids, if desired. Do not get any cream into your eyes. If contact occurs, rinse with water. Wash your hands after applying the cream. You may apply a moisturizing sunscreen in the morning, and wear protective clothing while using this medicine. You can also use a cream or lotion to soften or moisturize your skin before or after you apply Avage® cream.

If you are using Tazorac® gel, wash your hands right away with water. Use protective clothing and sunscreen if you are going outside. You can also use a cream or lotion to soften or moisturize your skin at least 1 hour before you apply Tazorac® gel.

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to tazarotene, or if you are pregnant.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Psoriasis should start to improve within 2 weeks. Acne may take 4 weeks or longer to start improving.

It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. You must have a negative pregnancy test within 2 weeks before you start using this medicine. Your doctor may tell you to start using the medicine during your menstrual period.

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have eczema, other skin problems, sunburn, or a history of skin cancer.

Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

This medicine makes your skin more sensitive to irritation and more likely to burn. Avoid exposing your skin to wind, cold weather, and sunlight, even on cloudy days. Do not use a sunlamp or tanning bed. Use a sunscreen or sunblock lotion with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 on a regular basis. Wear protective clothing when you are outside.

Some medicines can affect how tazarotene works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Antibiotic (including ciprofloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, tetracycline)Benzoyl peroxideDiuretic (water pill)Phenothiazine medicineSulfa drugVitamin A supplements

Do not use any other medicines on the treated skin areas without asking your doctor. Avoid using any skin care products that can dry or irritate your skin. These include rough skin cleansers, hair removal products, soaps or cosmetics that cause dryness, or products that contain alcohol, astringents, spices, or lime.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are breastfeeding or if you have eczema or a history of skin cancer.

Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

This medicine makes your skin more sensitive to irritation and more likely to burn. Avoid exposing your skin to wind, cold weather, and sunlight, even on cloudy days. Do not use a sunlamp or tanning bed. Use a sunscreen or sunblock lotion with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 on a regular basis. Wear protective clothing when you are outside.

Skin reactions such as dryness, redness, scaling, burning, or stinging can occur when you use this medicine. Use a moisturizer as needed.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Psoriasis should start to improve within 2 weeks. Acne may take 4 weeks or longer to start improving.

Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• Severe skin itching, burning, redness, peeling, or pain
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Blisters, swelling, rash, or red, scaly, crusty skin
• Mild skin itching, peeling, stinging, burning, or dryness
• Changes in color of treated skin